Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Columbus involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Columbus list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on Maytag Ice Makers Near Columbus
17 repair companies serve Columbus from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Columbus itself, and other nearby bases include Phenix City (3), Valley (2), and Fortson (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: A-co Appliance, around 2.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Columbus name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 16 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 4.7, 5.3 |
At the top of the Columbus list: Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Service (11.5 miles away, based in Fortson, 4.1 stars from 13 reviews); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Maytag ice maker you have before you call: Maytag sells in-door ice maker and in-freezer ice maker.
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
How Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Depending on the model, the ice maker sits either in the freezer compartment or in the fresh food door (Store-N-Door and In-Door-Ice systems). Source: Maytag - Refrigerators
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Check first that the refrigerator is level, because a tilted unit can keep water from going where it should. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Leaking Water
- Ice maker not making ice. Confirm the freezer is set to 0°F, then check that the ice maker is turned on and its shutoff arm is down. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Troubleshooting
The Maytag Ice Maker Test
Maytag says to press and hold the ice maker's reset button for a few seconds if the model has one, or otherwise unplug the refrigerator for one minute, then allow a couple of hours before checking for ice. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Making Ice - Refrigerator
Maytag Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Owner Care for Maytag Ice Makers
- Replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator light comes on, make sure it is locked in and sealed, and flush the water system after a change. Source: Maytag Product Help - How to Troubleshoot the Ice Maker
- Keep the freezer at about 0°F; Maytag says the ice maker stops producing above about 5°F, and a setting that is far too low can freeze water before it reaches the mold. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Troubleshooting
Budgeting for a Maytag Ice Maker Repair
Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Columbus
Most ice maker calls in Columbus come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Columbus
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Columbus, GA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Maytag ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Columbus
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Columbus
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Columbus technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Maytag ice maker itself.